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Dr. Alex Koiter is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography & Environment at Brandon University, Manitoba, Canada. His research focuses on soil erosion, watershed management, and sediment dynamics, with an emphasis on sediment fingerprinting techniques and agricultural land management practices. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Northern British Columbia (2016) and has published extensively on topics such as phosphorus mobilization, riparian zone management, and the impacts of climate change on agricultural systems. Koiter is affiliated with the Rural Development Institute (RDI) and leads projects addressing excess moisture management in Manitoba's agricultural regions. His work integrates field studies, geochemical analyses, and community engagement to address environmental sustainability challenges.
- Affiliations: Brandon University (2017–present), Rural Development Institute (RDI)
- Education: B.Sc. (Environmental Science, University of Guelph, 2006); M.Sc. (Soil Science, University of Manitoba, 2008); Ph.D. (Natural Resources & Environmental Studies, UNBC, 2016)
Research Interests: Koiter’s work spans sediment source identification, riparian zone ecology, and the impacts of extreme weather on agricultural productivity. He uses geochemical tracers, radionuclides, and spectral analysis to trace sediment origins in watersheds like Tobacco Creek and La Salle River. Recent projects include evaluating cattle grazing as a tool for phosphorus management and assessing the economic and ecological consequences of excess moisture events in Manitoba.
Publications & Awards: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles since 2007, including high-impact work on sediment fingerprinting (e.g., Journal of Soils and Sediments, Geoderma). Notable awards include the Governor General’s Academic Gold Medal (2017) and the Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship (2010–2013).
Grants & Advising: Principal Investigator for the Excess Moisture Management project (funded by Manitoba Wheat & Barley Growers Association) and advisor to multiple graduate students and research assistants. His lab focuses on field experiments and interdisciplinary collaboration with experts from the Universities of Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
